✈️ China and Turkey flights boost Pakistan defence talks

Heavy military transport aircraft conducted repeated trips to Pakistani airbases over about 60 hours. Chinese and Turkish aircraft were reportedly seen landing at Nur Khan near Rawalpindi and Masroor in Karachi. These movements occurred as Pakistan strengthens defence ties with both Beijing and Ankara. The flights allegedly involved moving military equipment, including drones and other defence matériel. This could signal an effort to boost military inventory and supply links with these key partners. ✈️

🎓 IIM Indore brings CAT 2026; check out their rankings

IIM Indore is set to conduct the CAT 2026 entrance exam this year. The institute is located in Indore and is highly regarded for its management programs. Specific details on the application dates and exam schedule for 2026 are yet to be released. Students can check the institute's current rankings and the range of courses offered. This move is expected to increase the application pool for top MBA seats. 📚

🎓 India's College Boom: Debt vs. Job Market Reality

India is experiencing a massive surge in college enrollment across the nation. This boom is unfortunately leaving a large number of graduates in significant debt. Data shows that many students are incurring substantial loans for their education. However, the job market is struggling to absorb this massive influx of educated individuals. Authorities are now being pushed to address this mismatch between education and employment opportunities. 🎓

📈 India lets sugar in duty-free

The Indian government has approved the duty-free import of sugar. This decision was made by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The policy change comes into effect from November 1, 2023. This move is intended to stabilize domestic sugar prices for consumers. Officials anticipate this will help manage the supply chain issues currently faced. 📈

🚨 Two teachers in custody over drug trafficking case

The Vadakara Special Court granted police custody to K. Kavya and V.P. Neeshma on Thursday, August 20. These two are among five accused in the Vadakara MDMA case, located in Vadakara. They will remain in police custody until 4 p.m. on Friday, August 21, after seeking three days of interrogation. The teachers were arrested for allegedly acting as financial intermediaries for interstate drug traffickers. This role was discovered after the initial arrest of Safwan from Vadakara.

🚌 Conductor suspended over bus ticket mishap

A conductor-cum-driver was suspended for negligence after an electronic ticketing machine went unattended on a KKRTC bus. This incident took place on Tuesday on the Kalagi-Kalaburagi-Mangalgi route in Kalaburagi. A student took advantage of the situation to issue 11 tickets to passengers using the unattended ETM. The corporation noted this affected its public image and deemed it a dereliction of duty. Management has since issued strict instructions to all staff to prevent recurrence. 🚌

🏡 APCRDA gives plots to 23 farmers in Undavalli

APCRDA allotted 41 returnable plots to 23 farmers from Undavalli on Thursday. These farmers had previously given up their lands for the Seed Access Road construction in Amaravati. The allotments, which included 26 residential and 15 commercial plots, were finalized via an online e-lottery system. APCRDA Additional Commissioner Kollabattula Karthik distributed provisional certificates to the selected farmers. Beneficiaries were advised to complete the registration process promptly with GIS and village surveyor help.

📱 Huawei drops Pura X View with huge battery

Huawei has officially unveiled its rumored non-folding smartphone, the Pura X View, which boasts a wide 16:9.5 display. This device is noted as the world's first non-folding smartphone featuring such a wide display ratio. Key specs include a 2,232 × 1,320 pixel screen and a massive 7,000mAh battery packed into a 6.68mm body. The phone will feature a triple rear camera setup and be available with 12GB RAM and up to 1TB storage. Full details, pricing, and availability are set to be revealed by Huawei on August 28.

💣 Trump threatens 'Economic D-Day' on Iran 💣

US President Donald Trump has threatened to launch an 'Economic D-Day' against Iran by cutting off its financial and commercial lifelines. This move targets Iran, with potential impact on its biggest buyer, China, following failed military strikes. The threat involves restricting access to cash transfers and oil smuggling networks, warning countries of severe US penalties. China rejected the approach, calling for diplomacy, while Iran labeled the pressure as 'economic terrorism.' This escalates tensions between Washington and Beijing regarding global trade.

🏏 Royals vs Ripples: KCL 2026 Match 3 showdown

The Trivandrum Royals will face the Alleppey Ripples in Match 3 of the Kerala Cricket League 2026. This game is scheduled for August 21st at the Greenfield International Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram. Both teams struggled last season, winning only 3 games and missing the Semi Finals. However, Alleppey Ripples is considered the strongest side, with Mohammed Azharuddeen being a key batter. Alleppey Ripples is predicted to win the match, with Jalaj Saxena tipped for Player of the Match. 🏏

📱 Moto G Max drops with satin finish and 7000mAh battery

Motorola has launched the new moto g max featuring a Luxury Satin finish and a 50MP Sony LYTIA camera. It is available in PANTONE™ Stargazer, PANTONE™ Alaskan Blue, and PANTONE™ Malaga colors across India. The device boasts a 7000mAh battery and starts at an effective price of Rs 26,999\*. Sales begin today at 12 PM on Flipkart, Motorola.in, and retail stores. Users can also benefit from a Jio offer including 5000GB cloud storage for 18 months.